Middle Schoolers Love a Meaningful Escape!

Yes, books are an escape that often also make you ponder. Here is a selection by tween readers for a rainy day, literal or metaphorical.

Bridge Communities to Celebrate Lives Transformed at Annual Spring Luncheon

Bridge Communities invites the community to its 16th annual Celebrating Women, Transforming Lives spring luncheon on Friday, May 15.

Maple Glen memory care community collects donations to help feed neighbors in need

Residents donate nearly 300 pounds of food to the Glen House Food Pantry

Lucas 40th Anniversary Celebration

Step back into 1986 as Downtown Glen Ellyn celebrates 40 years of Lucas, the hometown film that turned our streets into a movie set!

Union Pacific West line public libraries run Next Stop: The Library ads on Metra train cars

Goal is to encourage riders to make their next stop the library

Road Trip Ready: 6th Graders Review Books For Spring Break

Students in my 6th grade class have reading recommendations for peers who hate books and those who can't stop reading!

Glen Ellyn Historical Society Welcomes New Director

Welcome to Dan Schoeneberg, Glen Ellyn Historical Society New Executive Director

Northern Illinois Food Bank Announces 2026 Signature Events

Proceeds will benefit hunger relief efforts in 13 counties

Impact. Service. Community. ICNA Relief Banquet Hits Addison Feb. 14

Inspiration and purpose—featuring Dr. Jawad Shah and Imam Hassan Aly—to uplift neighbors across Chicagoland through local services.

Glen Ellyn Seniors Thank Local Heroes

Churchill Place residents expressed their gratitude to first responders by gifting care packages to local police.

Step into the Cirque at Bridge Communities’ Wine Women & Shoes

Sip, shop and savor the day at the most glamorous soiree of the season in support of families facing homelessness!

Bell Concert - Come join us for a very special holiday concert!

Bells in Motion Concert Sunday, December 7 at 4pm at First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

Bell Concert - Come join us for a very special holiday concert!

Bells in Motion Concert Sunday, December 7 at 4pm at First Congregational of Glen Ellyn Come join us for a very special holiday concert!

Seniors & Local Kids Still Need Sponsors!

A few local seniors and children still need sponsors in this year’s Christmas Baskets Sponsor-A-Family Program.

Glen Ellyn Juniors Toy Drive: Help Bring Holiday Joy to Local Children in Need

As Thanksgiving weekend begins, the Juniors invite the community to share the spirit of the season with 220+ children in Districts 41 & 89.

Glen Ellyn Author Awarded for Christmas Book

Robin Currie wins for Just Enough Room for Christmas

Jesus and Nonviolence: Pilgrimage and Practice During Turbulent Times

Join us for a workshop after the service from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm as we explore the three pillars of nonviolence in our day-to-day lives.

Jesus and Nonviolence: Pilgrimage and Practice During Turbulent Times

Join us for a workshop after the service from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm as we explore the three pillars of nonviolence in our day-to-day lives, and

Jesus and Nonviolence: Pilgrimage and Practice During Turbulent Times

Join us for a workshop after the service from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm as we explore the three pillars of nonviolence in our day-to-day lives.

Two Generations Welcome Fall with Chalk Art

Youth from Rawda Academy and seniors from Churchill Place Memory Care spent the day decorating the sidewalks

Sleep Out Saturday Returns: Community to Spend Night Outside Raising Support for Families Facing Homelessness

Annual overnight fundraiser supports transitional housing programs for 100+ families facing homelessness in suburban Chicago area.

Join in the Summer Fun at the Glen Ellyn Backyard BBQ on Sept. 6

With live music, tasty BBQ, and a Piglet Playland for the kids, the event is sure to be fun for the whole family.

Art Fest at Lake Ellyn - A Day of Art, Music, and Family Fun

Head to beautiful Lake Ellyn & browse works from over 60 talented artists, enjoy live music, and grab local food and drink. FREE

Bridge Communities Hosts Pickleball Tournament to Support Families Facing Homelessness

Event raises funds to set families on the road to success with reliable vehicles while delivering a smashing good day of competitive fun

Bridge Communities CEO Amy Van Polen Named Notable Leader in Philanthropy by Crain’s

Recognition highlights Van Polen's leadership in addressing homelessness and advancing family self-sufficiency in the Chicago region.

Glen Ellyn Resident Celebrates 101st Birthday

On May 17, 2025, Anni Erslovas celebrated her 101st birthday at Maple Glen Memory Care, a senior living community, in Glen Ellyn.

Dan Anderson, the 2025 Glen Ellyn 4th of July Grand Marshall

The 2025 Glen Ellyn 4th of July Grand Marshall is Dan Anderson, a Glen Ellyn historian, storyteller, author, and philanthropist.

"An Irish Blessing"

Free Concert at First Congregational, Wednesday, May 21st at 7:30 pm

"An Irish Blessing"

Free Concert at First Congregational, Wednesday, May 21st at 7:30 pm

"An Irish Blessing"

Free Concert at First Congregational, Wednesday, May 21st at 7:30 pm

"An Irish Blessing"

Free Concert at First Congregational, Wednesday, May 21st at 7:30 pm

Gospel Extravaganza at First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

​Sunday, May 4th at 4 pm

Gospel Extravaganza at First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

​Sunday, May 4th at 4 pm

Gospel Extravaganza at First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

​Sunday, May 4th at 4 pm

Gospel Extravaganza at First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

​Sunday, May 4th at 4 pm

How Well Does Your Child Write? In 2025, Does it Still Matter?

Summers are for journaling about vacations, mixing memories to write tall tales, and upping your literacy skills. 3 Tips to slay the beast.

Gospel Extravaganza at First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

Sunday, May 4th at 4 pm

Gospel Extravaganza at First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

​Sunday, May 4th at 4 pm

Gospel Extravaganza at First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

​Sunday, May 4th at 4 pm

Celebrate lives transformed at powerful spring luncheon

Bridge Communities will host its 15th annual Celebrating Women, Transforming Lives spring luncheon on May 30 at Danada House in Wheaton.